Philadelphia 76ers vs Golden State Warriors 3/24/2023 Free Picks, Odds and Predictions
The Philadelphia 76ers have their sights set on securing back-to-back wins when they hit the road to take on the Golden State Warriors on Friday. Currently boasting an impressive 49-23 record, the Sixers are currently sitting in second place in the Atlantic division. They’re also occupying the third spot in the Eastern Conference. Despite their recent 116-91 victory over the Chicago Bulls, Philadelphia’s win was somewhat marred by the early exit of Joel Embiid due to tightness in his right calf, compounded by the absence of James Harden. The talented duo will be hoping to be fully fit for Friday’s game, although Embiid’s availability remains questionable.
Embiid remains the Sixers’ leading scorer and rebounder, averaging an impressive 33.6 points and 10.3 rebounds per game. Harden, meanwhile, leads the team in assists with 10.8 per game, and he’s the second-highest scorer on the team, with an average of 21.4 ppg. The 76ers boast five players with double-figure scoring averages, and they average 115.4 ppg as a team.
- The Philadelphia 76ers are 2-8 SU in their last 10 games on the road against the Dubs.
- Philadelphia is 11-1 SU in their last 12 games against an opponent in the West.
- The 76ers are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 games against an opponent in the Pacific Division.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Golden State Warriors 3/24/2023 Free Picks, Odds and Predictions
In contrast, the Golden State Warriors are on a quest for their third consecutive win as they welcome the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday. Presently, the Warriors hold a 38-36 record and are in fourth place in the Pacific division, lagging behind the Sacramento Kings by six games. In the Western Conference, the Warriors occupy the sixth place and recently pulled off a close 127-125 win against the Dallas Mavericks, with Jonathan Kuminga leading the team’s scoring with 22 points. The Warriors delivered an overall shooting percentage of 55.6% during the game.
The Warriors’ Stephen Curry dominates the team’s scoring chart with an average of 29.6 points per game, while Kevon Looney is the top rebounder with 9.1 rebounds per game, and Draymond Green is leading in assists with an average of 6.8 per game. The Warriors have three active players with double-digit scoring averages, and the team’s average points per game is 118.4.
- The Dubs are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games with a team in the Eastern Conference.
- Golden State is 1-4 SU in their last 5 games against an opponent in the Atlantic Division.
- The total stayed UNDER in 4 of Golden State’s last 5 home games played on a Friday.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Golden State Warriors. The NBA pick for this game is the Philadelphia 76ers. Injuries could play a significant role for the 76ers as they visit the Dubs on Friday. Three of their key players, including Joel Embiid and James Harden, are uncertain to play in the game. On the other hand, the Warriors covered the spread in each of their previous eight games at Chase Center. They struggled in their last five games, covering the spread in one of them. The Warriors will take advantage of the short-handed 76ers. Prediction: The Dubs will win 116-107.
NBA Starting Time: 10:00 PM ET
Location: Chase Center in San Francisco, CA
Date: Friday, March 24, 2023
TV: NBAt
NBA Odds: Philadelphia 76ers -5
NBA Totals: 224.5
